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as in autonomy
the ability to care for one's self
children are supposed to achieve some measure of independence by the time they are 18—so it's time for that 30-year-old to move out!
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as in sovereignty
the state of being free from the control or power of another
college freshmen often revel in their newfound independence
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Recent Examples of independence
Two months later in Disney Hall, Esa-Pekka Salonen conducted the Colburn Orchestra in a fiery yet eloquent performance of Sibelius’ Second Symphony, which was written at the beginning of the 20th century, when Finland was seeking cultural independence from Russia.
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Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
The republic’s first president following independence from Japan after the Second World War was forced into exile by a student revolt in 1960.
—Nectar Gan, CNN, 4 Dec. 2024
Our independence, dignity, and agency are threatened, up for scrutiny, debate, and negotiation.
—Cara Elizabeth Yar Khan, TIME, 3 Dec. 2024
After gaining independence in 1948, South Korea again found itself under martial law amid the Korean War of 1950-1953.
—Michael D. Carroll, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
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Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
The republic’s first president following independence from Japan after the Second World War was forced into exile by a student revolt in 1960.
—Nectar Gan, CNN, 4 Dec. 2024
Our independence, dignity, and agency are threatened, up for scrutiny, debate, and negotiation.
—Cara Elizabeth Yar Khan, TIME, 3 Dec. 2024
After gaining independence in 1948, South Korea again found itself under martial law amid the Korean War of 1950-1953.
—Michael D. Carroll, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for independence
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To regain control: Craving more agency, employees seek jobs that offer flexibility, predictability or autonomy.Morgan Smith, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2024
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This ideological shift raises concerns about the erosion of autonomy and control for creators, with AI systems prioritizing scalability and profit over artistic integrity.Virginie Berger, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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This gives countries true financial sovereignty impossible with traditional reserve assets like gold or foreign currencies.Andrey Sergeenkov, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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The moves sparked a wave of opprobrium from Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and Qatar, which accused Israel of attacking Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Creativity knows no bounds, and every child deserves the freedom to explore their individuality.KELVIN BYERS and Kory Jarvis, Essence, 13 Dec. 2024
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This is the freedom to get around, whether for work, leisure, shopping or school, without the need to rely on a car or public transport.Nicole Kobie, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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This visit was very important signal for our partners that Kyiv, much more safety right now, and also very important signal that Great Britain stay together with Ukraine, support Ukraine -- support our country in the fight for our freedom, for our independency.ABC News, ABC News, 10 Apr. 2022
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Yet the careful reader will appreciate the significance of the Puritan Cromwell’s independency.Barton Swaim, WSJ, 27 Dec. 2021
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One nonprofit helps young brides and widows work toward self-sufficiency.Ogar Monday, The Christian Science Monitor, 12 Dec. 2024
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To achieve the best results, be open to what could be—like the opportunity to create more flexibility, diversify income streams and promote self-sufficiency.Elissa Kelly, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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Business development leaders should underscore how their offerings strengthen U.S. supply chain security and support self-reliance.Barry Reicherter, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Broadly speaking, Trump’s reelection will also underscore New Delhi’s quest for self-reliance.Tanvi Madan, Foreign Affairs, 5 Dec. 2024
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“Independence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/independence. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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